The Half Distance Triathlon North Carolina is a demanding race designed for experienced athletes like you who are over 40 and who seek to perform at their best. The course features a 1.2-mile current-assisted swim in Wrightsville Beach’s saltwater channel, a flat and fast 56-mile bike ride crossing the Cape Fear River, and a scenic 13.1-mile run through historic Wilmington, including the famous “hot corner.” Success requires endurance, precise pacing, and resilience—qualities this training plan ...